Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene

This course provides you with the knowledge that will allow you to work within legislative guidelines in the food sector. This course will run subject to demand and can be delivered to businesses off-site.


Course Code: P10292
Campus: Bangor, Downpatrick, Lisburn, Newtownards, Ballynahinch, Other
Study Type: Part-Time
Education Level Further Education
Department: Hospitality & Catering

Available Sessions

We have 39 sessions available for application on this course in Bangor, Downpatrick, Lisburn, Newtownards, Off Site, Ballynahinch.

Why Study This Course

This course is essential for anyone working in a food business, ensuring they understand and comply with food safety legislation. It provides learners with the skills and confidence needed to handle, prepare, and serve food safely. The training focuses on monitoring and control measures to maintain high hygiene standards and prevent foodborne illnesses.

Course Overview

This course takes you through the key areas which must be considered in the preparation and service of food.

In line with the National Occupational Standards reflecting sector-specific needs, this qualification provides a thorough understanding of food safety procedures emphasising the importance of monitoring and controls.

Anyone working in a position in the food business is not only responsible but also accountable for food safety. It is therefore vital they are equipped with both the knowledge and confidence to do their job effectively.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand food safety procedures 
  • Understand the concept of food hazards and the risks associated with them 
  • Understand the terminology with respect to supervising food safety
  • Understand the techniques involved in controlling and monitoring food safety
  • Appreciate the risks linked to cross contamination
  • Understand the role temperature has to play in the control of food safety
  • Appreciate the importance of supervising high standards of cleanliness in food premises

Duration - One day programme /or over a number of evenings total of 7 hours

There are no formal entry requirements although some experience in food preparation and or catering is ideal.

This course will cover subject matter relating to:

  • Food safety procedures and regulations

  • Food hazard identification and risk assessment

  • Food safety monitoring techniques

  • Cross-contamination prevention

  • Temperature control in food safety

  • Hygiene standards in food premises

RSPH Level 3 Award in Supervising Food Safety and Hygiene (Catering)

Available Sessions

We have 39 sessions available for application on this course in Bangor, Downpatrick, Lisburn, Newtownards, Off Site, Ballynahinch.

Enquiries Information

For more information or help with this course send us an enquiry and a member of our team will get back in touch.

Available Sessions

Business Services Course

Funding may be available for this course, please contact us on BusinessServices@serc.ac.uk to discuss if you are eligible. Additional sessions may be available for this course throughout the year. Please contact us to discuss a start date that would be suitable for you.

We currently have sessions running in the following campuses:

Bangor (8) Downpatrick (7) Lisburn (8) Newtownards (8) Off Site (5) Ballynahinch (3) Show All
Title Campus Spaces Fee Apply or get more information
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292YD1C-24/25-PT
Ballynahinch
20+
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292YD1C-25/26-PT
Ballynahinch
20+
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292YD1A-25/26-PT
Ballynahinch
20+ £82.00
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292BD1A-24/25-PT
Bangor
20+ £81.00
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292BE1G-24/25-PT
Bangor
20+
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292BD1E-24/25-PT
Bangor
20+
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292BD1C-25/26-PT
Bangor
20+
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292BE1A-25/26-PT
Bangor
20+ £82.00
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292BD1A-25/26-PT
Bangor
20+ £82.00
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292BE1C-25/26-PT
Bangor
20+
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292BD1E-25/26-PT
Bangor
20+
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292DE1A-24/25-PT
Downpatrick
20+ £81.00
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292DD1A-24/25-PT
Downpatrick
20+ £76.00
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292DD1C-24/25-PT
Downpatrick
20+ £76.00
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292DE1C-25/26-PT
Downpatrick
20+
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292DE1A-25/26-PT
Downpatrick
20+ £82.00
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292DD1A-25/26-PT
Downpatrick
20+ £77.00
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292DD1C-25/26-PT
Downpatrick
20+
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292LD1A-24/25-PT
Lisburn
20+ £81.00
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292LE1A-24/25-PT
Lisburn
20+ £81.00
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292LD1C-24/25-PT
Lisburn
20+
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292LE1C-24/25-PT
Lisburn
20+
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292LE1C-25/26-PT
Lisburn
20+
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292LD1C-25/26-PT
Lisburn
20+
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292LE1A-25/26-PT
Lisburn
20+ £82.00
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292LD1A-25/26-PT
Lisburn
20+ £82.00
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292NE1A-24/25-PT
Newtownards
20+ £81.00
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292ND1A-24/25-PT
Newtownards
20+ £81.00
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292ND1G-24/25-PT
Newtownards
20+
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292NE1C-24/25-PT
Newtownards
20+
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292ND1G-25/26-PT
Newtownards
20+
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292ND1A-25/26-PT
Newtownards
20+ £82.00
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292NE1C-25/26-PT
Newtownards
20+
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292NE1A-25/26-PT
Newtownards
20+ £82.00
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292ODAM-24/25-PT
Off Site
20+ £81.00
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292OE1E-25/26-PT
Off Site
20+ £82.00
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292OE1C-25/26-PT
Off Site
20+
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292ODAK-25/26-PT
Off Site
20+
Level 2 Award In Food Safety and Hygiene
Y10292ODAM-25/26-PT
Off Site
20+ £82.00

Please select a campus from the list above to view the available sessions.

Customer Enquiries

Need more information or have a question about this course? Send us a message below and we will get in touch.

Start New Enquiry

Terms & Conditions

Students will be required to comply with SERC's Terms & Conditions of study.

We strive to ensure the description of courses on SERC's website and in publications is accurate. However, for various reasons there may be occasions when the College may need to change arrangements or be unable to deliver classes due to circumstances such as reduced funding. If there are insufficient numbers applying for a course it may not be viable to deliver the class.

Courses are continually reviewed to take advantage of new teaching approaches and developments in research, industry and the professions. Please be aware that modules may change for your year of entry. The exact modules available and their order may vary depending on course updates, staff availability, timetabling and student demand. Please contact the course team for the most up to date module list.

Further Education

Further Education

If you have just completed your GCSEs, Further Education is most likely the option for you. FE covers qualifications from entry to higher level qualifications such as Awards, Certificates, Diplomas, NVQ, BTEC and Apprenticeships.

Explore Further Education